Abstract: A joint IUPAC-IUPAP Working Party (JWP) confirmed
the discovery of element number 111. In accord with IUPAC procedures,
the discoverers proposed a name and symbol for the element. The Inorganic
Chemistry Division
recommended this proposal for acceptance, and it was adopted by IUPAC
on 1 November 2004. The recommended name is roentgenium with symbol
Rg.